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Job Title: Accountant
Job Type: Temporary, Monday to Friday (12 week assignment)
Location: Baltimore, MD (On-Site)
The Michelle Martin Group (MMG) is dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with outstanding opportunities. We are searching for an Accountant for our esteemed client in Baltimore, MD. We are committed to providing comprehensive staffing solutions to our clients across various industries.
The primary work location will be Baltimore, MD and will report to the Assistant Controller. The position hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5 pm.
Duration: February 3, 2025 to April 30, 2025 with the potential for extension for the right individual.
**This position is 100% on-site.**
**Background and credit check required.**
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Assistant Controller performs professional accounting work of a complex nature. Thoroughly understands institutional, University System of Maryland, state and federal policies, procedures and restrictions as related to Public Higher Education. Ensures compliance with generally accepted accounting principles in executing, analyzing, verifying, and reporting transactions of a fiscal nature.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Prepare daily interagency journal entries
- Revenue and expense reconciliations- Workday to RSTARS
- Balance sheet reconciliations- Workday vs Rstars
- Working Fund Reconciliation
- Other duties as identified and required
Qualifications
- Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to meet specified due dates and timelines.
- Advanced user knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
- Experience in applying basic analytical skills in reviewing transactions.
- Experience with robust Financial Accounting Software with the ability to learn quickly new software.
- Experience with Workday.
- Experience with State of Maryland accounting system “RSTARS” is a plus.
- Understanding and/or experience in preparation of or audit of Financial Statements.
- Thorough knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Working knowledge of Federal Regulation such as OMB’s Uniform Guidance and Compliance Supplement.
- Ability to apply analytical techniques and skills to daily work.
- Ability to exercise attention to detail; review and interpret items within an accounting system; communicate effectively; prepare written records and reports; work independently with little supervision.
- Must have the ability to understand and adhere to various privacy, procedures, and audit requirements that govern fiscal processes.
- Working knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials is a plus.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years working in an accounting department or as a financial accounting auditor.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration in Accounting (Advanced Degree is a plus).
**We encourage referrals**
The Michelle Martin Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Salary : $30 - $35